# Hotpot & Steamboat in Serangoon

Hotpot in Singapore ranges from about $15–30 per person at buffet chains to $50–80 a head at à la carte places like Haidilao, where soup bases (from about $13), sauce bar charges and drinks are billed separately. Most chains price "++", so add about 19.9% to menu prices.

## Key facts
- Listings: 6
- Matched to a government licence/register: 1

## Prices in Singapore
Indicative per-person prices from 2024–2025 menus and reviews, before service charge and GST unless stated.

| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| À la carte hotpot (Haidilao-style) | S$50–S$80 per pax | Depends on meats ordered; wagyu plates alone run $28–108 |
| Soup base | S$13–S$20 per pot | Single-flavour from about $13; split pots cost more |
| Sauce/condiment bar | S$4 per pax | Haidilao's charge per diner |
| Set menu for 4 (promotional) | S$78.80 per set | Haidilao anniversary promo in 2025; time-limited |

## How to choose
- Decide between buffet (fixed price, time limit usually 90–120 minutes) and à la carte (pay per plate, better meat quality). Buffets suit big eaters; à la carte suits small groups who want premium cuts.
- Count the extras: soup base, sauce bar, rice, drinks and wet towels are often separate line items.
- Ask whether broth is MSG-free or can be made less spicy – mala levels vary widely between chains.
- Late-night options are common; many hotpot chains open past midnight, but confirm last order times.
- For halal hotpot, check the specific outlet on the MUIS directory – a Muslim-owned or 'pork-free' restaurant is not necessarily certified.

## Listings (top 6)
- [Chicken Hotpot](https://lookup.sg/biz/chicken-hotpot), Serangoon · 23 Serangoon Central, Nex · 1 min walk from Serangoon MRT · SFA licensed
- [Shabu Sai](https://lookup.sg/biz/shabu-sai-serangoon), Serangoon · 23 Serangoon Central, #03-07 NEX · 1 min walk from Serangoon MRT
- [151A Seafood Steamboat](https://lookup.sg/biz/151a-seafood-steamboat), Serangoon · 151A Serangoon North Ave. 2 · 20 min walk from Kovan MRT
- [King's Laksa Steamboat](https://lookup.sg/biz/kings-laksa-steamboat), Serangoon · 17 Teck Chye Terrace · 5 min walk from Serangoon MRT
- [Danro Japanese Hot Pot](https://lookup.sg/biz/danro-japanese-hot-pot), Serangoon · Nex, 23 Serangoon Central · 1 min walk from Serangoon MRT
- [Shabu Sushi Buffet Restaurant](https://lookup.sg/biz/shabu-sushi-buffet-restaurant), Serangoon · 23 Serangoon Central · 1 min walk from Serangoon MRT

## FAQs
### How much is Haidilao per person in Singapore?
Expect roughly $50–80 per person before service charge and GST, based on MoneySmart's 2024 estimate. Everything is à la carte: a soup base starts around $13, the sauce bar is about $4 per diner, and premium meats like wagyu cost $28–108 a plate. Haidilao cut some soup base prices in March 2025, so check the current menu.

### What does "++" mean on a Singapore menu?
"++" means a 10% service charge and 9% GST will be added. GST is charged on the service charge too, so the multiplier is 1.1 × 1.09 = 1.199 – a $50++ meal costs about $59.95. IRAS lets restaurants that levy a service charge show pre-GST prices, but they must state prominently that prices are subject to GST and service charge.

### Is there halal hotpot in Singapore?
Yes, some hotpot and steamboat restaurants are MUIS halal-certified. Certification is per outlet, so verify the exact branch on the MUIS Certified Eating Establishments list or the MuslimSG app, and look for the original certificate on display.

## Sources
- MUIS – Certified Eating Establishments: https://muis.gov.sg/Halal/Halal-Certification/Certified-Eating-Establishments
- IRAS – Displaying and quoting prices (GST): https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/basics-of-gst/invoicing-price-display-and-record-keeping/displaying-and-quoting-prices

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Source: Lookup (https://lookup.sg) · Data as of October 2026 · Listings compiled from Singapore government open data (data.gov.sg), OneMap and Overture Maps places. Free listings never show contact details; featured listings are labelled.